APRIL PRISTINE BAUTISTA
Summary
Well-qualified nurse with extensive experience . Passionate about delivering compassionate patient care with respect to individual patient needs. Open and clear communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities and advanced clinical expertise.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - General Surgery
The Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes accurately for timely clinical interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment regimens.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic tests and procedures, maintaining sterilization standards throughout processes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced patient care practices.
- Supported onboarding of new nursing staff through training sessions on hospital protocols and systems.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and efficient information retrieval.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Singapore General Hospital
11.2010 - 10.2019
- Utilize clinical judgement, critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the delivery of patient care to orthopedic and hand surgery patients.
- Coordinate patient care and provide quality nursing care for orthopedic and hand surgery patients.
- Patient care activities include the following: application of traction's, continuous passive machine and ambient control device for hand surgery patients.
- Demonstrate expertise in advanced clinical nursing skills and knowledge such as performing IV cannulation, venipuncture for blood sampling, performing peripheral blood glucose monitoring, IV administration of medications, Nasogastric tubing insertion and feeding, wound dressings, ECG monitoring.
- Maintain objective documentation on the assessment and evaluation of patients’ condition.
- Perform basic and complex nursing procedures and treatments to the general comfort and well-being of the patient.
- Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated and holistic care.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Participate in clinical ward rounds with doctors and Nurse Clinicians and review daily action and treatment plans of patients/patient-related activities.
- Assist doctors during clinical procedures, examinations and clinical assessment of patients as appropriate.
- Communicate effectively with patients, family members and other health care professionals on the care plan and discharge planning.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety of the ward environment.
- Assist inward inventory for smooth ward operations.
- Guide subordinates in all direct and indirect patient-care activities.
- Assist in monitoring and adhering to infection control policies at all times. Conduct Health teaching to patient, relatives and caregivers.
- Assist physiotherapists and occupational therapists in patient’s rehabilitation.
- Act as a liaison between patients and families and the multidisciplinary health care team.
- Coordinate continuity of care throughout hospitalization and transition after discharge.
- Provide discharge planning and teaching to patient/caregivers.
Enrolled Nurse
Singapore General Hospital
09.2008 - 11.2010
- Provide basic nursing care to patient under the supervision of Registered Nurse.
- Support patients and their family physically and emotionally.
- Observing, measuring and recording vital signs.
- Reports abnormal vital signs and changes in patients condition to RNs and doctors.
- Assist in patients daily living especially those with limited mobility specifically on traction or cast.
- Helps in maintaining safe environment.
- Performs nursing skills such as female catheter insertion, venipuncture, NGT feeding.
- Assist in fall risk assessment.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Perpetual Help College of Manila
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
CURRENT NURSING LICENSE
- College of Nurses of Ontario - Registered Nurse
Registration Number: 22585702
Registration Date: 20-August-2022
- Professional Regulation Commission, Philippines - Registered Nurse
Registration Number: 0423071
Registration Date: 01-March-2007
PREVIOUS NURSING LICENSE
- Singapore Nursing Board - Registered Nurse
Registration Number: G6171851L
Registration Date: 18-November -2010
- Singapore Nursing Board - Enrolled Nurse
Registration Number: G6171851L
Registration Date: 29-August - 2008
- College of Nurses of Ontario - Registered Practical Nurse
Registration Number: BB480833
Registration Date: 04-January-2022
- College of Licensed Practical Nurses - Licensed Practical Nurse
Registration Number: 58456
Registration Date: 14-August-2022
- New York Board of Nursing - Registered Nurse
Registration Number: 845749
Registration Date: 22- June -2022
Timeline
Registered Nurse - General Surgery
The Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
01.2023 - 05.2025
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Singapore General Hospital
11.2010 - 10.2019
Enrolled Nurse
Singapore General Hospital
09.2008 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Perpetual Help College of Manila
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